Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four
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On September 15, 2026, Glasgow Museums Resource Centre hosted "An Hour with the Four," a specialist tour focused on Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Margaret Macdonald, Frances Macdonald, and James Herbert McNair. Guided by Alison Brown, Curator for European Decorative Art and Design from 1800 to the present, the event provided an in-depth exploration of these influential artists' works across various media. Attendees had the opportunity to delve into early collaborative graphic works, admire exquisite watercolours, examine furniture designs, and explore interior decorations. This intimate tour offered a comprehensive look at the creations of Mackintosh and his contemporaries. Admission was free for all participants.
The tour focuses on works by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Margaret Macdonald, Frances Macdonald and James Herbert McNair. Alison Brown, Curator for European Decorative Art and Design from 1800 to the present, leads the session. It covers early collaborative graphic works, watercolours, furniture design and interior decoration, alongside the history, making and symbolism of their output and that of some contemporaries.
The event is free but places are strictly limited to 15. Early booking is advised. To reserve a space, email with the name and date of the tour you wish to attend.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
Weather on the day
Light drizzle · high 15°C, low 11°
Chance of rain 80% · Wind up to 30 km/h
Rain very likely — waterproofs, not just a brolly.
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Frequently asked questions
Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four takes place on Tuesday, 15 September 2026.
Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four is held at Glasgow Museums Resource Centre in Glasgow.
Entry to Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four is free.
Tickets for Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four can be booked via glasgowlife.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four
Editorial Summary
On September 15, 2026, Glasgow Museums Resource Centre hosted "An Hour with the Four," a specialist tour focused on Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Margaret Macdonald, Frances Macdonald, and James Herbert McNair. Guided by Alison Brown, Curator for European Decorative Art and Design from 1800 to the present, the event provided an in-depth exploration of these influential artists' works across various media. Attendees had the opportunity to delve into early collaborative graphic works, admire exquisite watercolours, examine furniture designs, and explore interior decorations. This intimate tour offered a comprehensive look at the creations of Mackintosh and his contemporaries. Admission was free for all participants.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Details
The tour focuses on works by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Margaret Macdonald, Frances Macdonald and James Herbert McNair. Alison Brown, Curator for European Decorative Art and Design from 1800 to the present, leads the session. It covers early collaborative graphic works, watercolours, furniture design and interior decoration, alongside the history, making and symbolism of their output and that of some contemporaries.
The event is free but places are strictly limited to 15. Early booking is advised. To reserve a space, email with the name and date of the tour you wish to attend.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four?
Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four takes place on Tuesday, 15 September 2026.
Where is Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four taking place?
Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four is held at Glasgow Museums Resource Centre in Glasgow.
How much are tickets for Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four?
Entry to Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four is free.
How do I get tickets for Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four?
Tickets for Specialist Tour | An Hour with the Four can be booked via glasgowlife.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Glasgow Museums Resource Centre
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chance of rain 80% · wind up to 30 km/h
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